Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced rider, each ride is tailored to offer a safe, enjoyable, and unforgettable experience. Feel the rhythm of your horse beneath you as you explore trails that reveal the park’s hidden gems, historic landmarks, and iconic landscapes that have captivated travelers for generations.
Along the journey, your guide will share fascinating stories of the park’s history, local wildlife, and cowboy traditions, connecting you with the land and its rich heritage. Perfect for families, couples, and adventure seekers, these guided rides combine thrill, relaxation, and the serene beauty of South Dakota’s great outdoors.
Itinerary
- After safely mounting your horse and learning the basics of riding in a saddle, depart Blue Bell Stables as a group in a safe, single-file line.
- Pass the Blue Bell Lodge Campground and head on in to French Creek Nature Area to watch for fish, turtles, blue heron, bald eagles, deer and more.
- Ride peacefully along the willows of French Creek, including (2) culvert crossings, as you watch for fly fishermen and pass remarkable beaver dams.
- Ride deeper into the French Creek Nature Area, passing serene pools of water nestled beside towering flat-faced rocks. Experience six more creek crossings as you journey up and down through some of the most stunning and peaceful parts of the park.
- After leaving the creek, descend into the clearing where Blue Bell Telephone began, passing the site of the old sawmill. Watch for the remnants of the logging run hidden in the grass, then head back up toward the stables, passing the old logging camp where cabins once stood before the Legion Lake Fire of 2017.
Bookings must be made at least 1 week in advance.
